Introduction to Art (Wellbeing)

Ref: C3744911

A beginners art course using pastel, charcoal and ink . The aim is promote well being, and provide the opportunity to try new activities and gain new skills in a friendly supportive group .Try something different every week -Basic materials and equipment will be provided.

Additional information about this course

In partnership with East Surrey College

Course aim

To provide a broad foundation in the basic skills needed for drawing and painting

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

No skills or experience needed

This course is for beginners

By the end of the course I should be able to:

Use mark making to show textures and patterns

Identify dark and light tones

Use a colour wheel as a reference to mix a colour from two or more colours

How will I be taught?

The WEA’s digital learning platform, Canvas will be used to provide resources or to support lessons, enable assessment, provide learner feedback and for other activities for individuals away from the course. If you want to understand more about our digital learning platform please visit: http://bit.ly/WEAonline

The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

What kind of feedback can I expect?

You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor

You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning

A file of work will be kept which will help to record your progress

What else do I need to know?

Please wear an apron or old clothes. Basic materials and equipment are provided.
If you have a personal email address you will be able to access additional rescources on the WEA's digital learning platform Canvas .

As a registered charity, and to meet our funders’ requirements, we need to check a few things with you before you book. Please could we ask that you check the list below to ensure you meet our basic criteria:

You are paying the standard fee (with a credit or debit card) or you are on any of the qualifying benefits

You have a valid email address so that you can receive confirmation of your booking